Gamified cognitive bias modification for adults with OCD
A Randomized Controlled Trial on the Effects of Mobile-Based Gamified Combined Cognitive Bias Modification on OCD Symptoms, Obsessive Beliefs, Cognitive Biases, Depressive Symptoms and Distress in Adults Diagnosed With OCD
This study is testing a fun mobile game designed to help adults with OCD change their thinking patterns to see if it works better than standard treatments or a placebo.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 90 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Dokuz Eylul University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Izmir) |
| Trial ID | NCT06941155 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This trial investigates the effects of a mobile-based gamified cognitive bias modification (CBM-C) intervention on individuals diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the gamified CBM-C, a standard CBM-C, or a placebo control, with assessments conducted at baseline, after four weeks, and at a three-month follow-up. The study aims to explore how gamification can enhance motivation and participation in cognitive interventions designed to modify cognitive biases associated with OCD. By examining the combined effects of different cognitive bias modifications, the trial seeks to provide insights into effective treatment strategies for OCD.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older with a confirmed diagnosis of OCD who are stable on psychiatric medications.
Not a fit: Patients with active suicidal ideation, psychotic symptoms, or those currently receiving other psychological treatments may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly reduce OCD symptoms and improve overall psychological well-being for patients.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been promising results from studies on combined cognitive bias modification in subclinical samples, this specific approach using gamification in OCD has not been previously tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18 years or older * Primary diagnosis of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), confirmed by a licensed clinician using the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-5 (SCID-5) * No current suicidal ideation or psychotic symptoms * Access to the internet and a mobile phone * Stable psychiatric medication use for at least one month prior to enrollment, with no changes in dosage during the 4-week intervention period * No current neurological or medical condition that would interfere with participation * Ability to perceive colored visual stimuli (e.g., no color blindness) * Not currently enrolled in another intervention-based study * Not receiving any other form of psychological treatment at the time of participation Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of active suicidal ideation or psychotic symptoms * Unstable psychiatric medication use (e.g., recent dose change within the past month or expected change during the intervention period) * Significant neurological or medical illness that may interfere with participation * Visual impairments that would prevent accurate perception of colored stimuli (e.g., color blindness) * Current participation in another clinical trial involving psychological intervention * Receiving concurrent psychotherapy or other psychological treatments outside of the study
Where this trial is running
Izmir
- Dokuz Eylul University Hospital — Izmir, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Sıla Derin, PhD — Dokuz Eylul University, İzmir, Turkey
- Study coordinator: Sıla Derin, PhD
- Email: siladerin@gmail.com
- Phone: +905543366293
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.